Why does JD Vance want Elon Musk to return to White House, work with Donald Trump? Here's what US vice president said in new interview
has said he wants
Elon Musk
to return to the
White House
and realign with
Donald Trump
, even as he acknowledged their relationship has had tensions.
Speaking during an interview on August 9, the vice president commented on Musk's political positioning, past criticism of the Trump administration, and the tech leader's role in conservative politics.
JD Vance Calls Elon Musk's Relationship with Donald Trump 'Complicated'
During the interview with The Gateway Pundit, JD Vance described Elon Musk's ties with Donald Trump as 'complicated.' He suggested it would be a mistake for Musk to distance himself from the president. Vance stressed that disagreements should not lead to political division. He believes that Musk's return would be beneficial for the political movement.
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Hope for Elon Musk's Return by Midterms
Vance said he hopes Elon Musk will 'come back into the fold' by the time of the midterm elections. While making the point, he joked that if he tried to call Musk, 'he wouldn't take my calls.' Vance emphasized that political unity should outweigh minor differences between public figures.
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Patriotic Duty and Political Loyalty
The vice president added that patriotic individuals should not undermine the president. He said, 'If you're patriotic, you're not trying to stick your knife in the back of the president… I don't care about these minor little disagreements and issues.' Vance underlined that political loyalty was more important than small disputes.
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JD Vance Rejects Possibility of Musk Joining the Left
JD Vance also argued that Musk would not find acceptance among left-leaning political groups. He stated, 'They're not going to have you back, that ship has sailed.' This remark referred to Musk's criticism of left-wing policies and his increasing alignment with some conservative positions in recent years.
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Elon Musk's Criticism of Trump Administration Policies
The discussion also touched on Musk's past criticism of the Trump administration. Musk had described a Republican-backed spending bill as 'a disgusting abomination,' criticizing it for excessive costs and wasteful spending. The bill had been praised by Trump as a major legislative success. Musk also commented on Trump's alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein, further straining their relationship.
Political Context of JD Vance's Comments
Vance's remarks come at a time when the Republican Party is aiming to unify its base ahead of the midterm elections. The vice president's comments reflect an effort to bring influential figures like Musk back into close association with Trump. Such figures hold significant public attention and can influence political narratives.
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Why does JD Vance want Elon Musk back in the White House circle?
JD Vance believes Musk's influence and alignment with conservative politics can help strengthen unity within the
MAGA movement
before the
midterms
.
What has Elon Musk said about the Trump administration in the past?
Musk criticized a
Republican spending bill
as wasteful and made remarks about Trump's alleged Epstein connections, causing tension in their relationship.
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